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Rufflets Hotel, St Andrews: The Best Luxury Hotel in Scotland

Posted by By Krista 26 June 2019
St Andrews has lots of accommodation options but only one fits the bill for being one of the best luxury hotels in Scotland.
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A Complete Guide to the Best Things to Do in St Andrews

Posted by By Krista 15 May 2018
Scotland has many fascinating places to visit, but a personal favourite of mine is the Fife coastal town of St Andrews.
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Hi, my name is Krista. I love travelling to historic destinations and eating local dishes along the way. I hope you follow along with my travels!

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Here’s how to spend the best 2 days in Brussels Here’s how to spend the best 2 days in Brussels this winter ⬇️ 🛏️ Book your budget friendly accommodation at @meininger_hotels Brussels Gare du Midi (add breakfast for more convenience) 🤩 Explore the historic centre and Grand Place 🧇 Build your own waffle at @maisondandoy 🍫 Hop between the chocolate shops (Elisabeth’s is one I’d highly recommend) 💦 Visit the Mannekin Pis statue 🍟 Try some Belgian fries (from Friterie du Cafe Georgette) 🎄 Have fun at the Christmas markets (November and December) 🍻 Order a few drinks in the Delirium Village 🏛️ Walk around Parc du Cinquantenaire and see the Triumphal Arch 🌈 Catch the festive light show in Grand Place at Christmastime 🎨 Wander around Mont de Artes 🥞 Indulge in the food at the Christmas markets (November and December) Would you like to visit Brussels at this time of the year? 🇧🇪 • • • • • • • • • • #brussels #visitbrussels #brusselschocolates #brusselslife #meininger #belgium #visitbelgium #belgiumtrip #belgiumtravel #kristatheexplorer #travel #travelblogger #traveltips #travelblog #travelmore #historicplaces #girlswhotravel
Visiting Brussels during the holiday season is an Visiting Brussels during the holiday season is an incredible experience with all the Christmas markets open around the city centre 🎄 We wanted to stay somewhere that was both central and close to public transportation links, which is why we chose to stay with @meininger_hotels (again) 💪🏼 The MEININGER Hotel Brussels Gare du Midi is less than 15 minutes away from the main square and the old town, and it’s very budget friendly too 🛌 They have a variety of room styles available which cater to solo travellers, couples, and larger groups or families. The hotel also features a shared kitchen space, a bar, a small game zone, and a delicious buffet breakfast every morning 🍳 Have you been to Brussels or stayed in a @meininger_hotels before? 🇧🇪 • • • • • • • • • • #meininger #meiningerbrussels #brusselshotel #meiningerhotel #brussels #visitbrussels #brusselslife #brusselstravel #kristatheexplorer #travel #traveltips #travelblogger #budgettraveling #hotelstay #girlslovetravel #visitbelgium #belgiumtrip #belgium
Is this the coolest travel bag ever?! 🤯 During Is this the coolest travel bag ever?! 🤯 During our recent trip to Brussels for the Christmas markets, I had the chance to try out my new washable travel duffel from @tobiqtravel 🎒 It has 18 organizational options, including a padded laptop compartment and side pockets for easy access to your travel documents 💻 What I love the most about the bag though is that it can be used as either a duffel or a backpack. The backpack straps can be tucked away when they’re not in use too 💪🏼 Would you like to travel with a bag like this? 🇧🇪 • • • • • • • • • • #tobiq #tobiqbags #travelbag #travelduffel #travelbackpack #backpacktraveller #kristatheexplorer #travelblogger #traveltips #historyblogger #girlswhotravel #visitbrussels #brussels #brusselslife #brusselstravel #belgiumtravel #belgiumtrip #visitbelgium #belgiumtourism
Everyone has heard of the Cărturești Carusel boo Everyone has heard of the Cărturești Carusel bookshop in Bucharest, but here’s a cool alternative instead 📚 Cărturești Verona is based inside a 19th century house that was the former residence of one of Romania’s most important historical figures, Dimitrie Sturdza 🤯 There are various floors to explore in the bookshop and each room has been uniquely designed to match the historical nature of the building 🤩 Do you like to visit bookshops when you travel? 🇷🇴 • • • • • • • • • • #bucharest #visitbucharest #carturesticarusel #carturesti #carturestiverona #bookshop #visitbucharest #visitromania #romaniatravel #traveltips #kristatheexplorer #travelmore #historicplaces #bucharestlife #romaniawow #bookshopsofinstagram
Bucharest has an interesting history behind it, an Bucharest has an interesting history behind it, and it’s considered to be one of the newest capital cities in Europe 👀 The first mention of the city only dates back to 1459, through a document signed by Vlad III, also known as Vlad the Impaler 🩸 There are a lot of things to see and do in Bucharest, but the main highlights can easily be seen in just one day. I’d recommend spending 2 days in Bucharest so you can explore areas that are further away from the old town though 🤩 Make sure you stop at @sipbucharest for the best cocktails in Bucharest too! 🍹 Have you visited Bucharest before? 🇷🇴 • • • • • • • • • • • #bucharest #bucharestlife #buchareststyle #visitbucharest #romania #visitromania #romaniatravel #romaniamagica #kristatheexplorer #travel #travelblogger #traveltips #travelblog #historyblogger #historicplaces #enjoybucharest #bucharestcity
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